**This is not a role with ForceBrands**

A high-growth food and beverage brand is looking for a Sales Planning and Trade Analytics Manager to join their team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sales Planning and Forecasting

• Provide leadership in sales reporting, analysis, and planning.
• Manage key responsibilities, such as:
• Analyzing sales performance and developing tools with cross-functional teams.
• Driving annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Establishing and monitoring yearly goals with regular performance reviews.
• Leading sales-related contributions to Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP).

Trade Strategy and Execution

• Create and refine trade strategies, ensuring clear communication and consistent tracking.
• Develop pricing strategies and training materials to support the sales team.

Tool Optimization

• Design and implement tools to improve project tracking, priority management, and performance measurement.

Sales Team and Leadership Support

• Play an active role in sales meetings by providing progress updates and accountability measures.
• Prepare and present sales insights for company reviews and board meetings.

Sales Scorecard Management

• Oversee the tracking and reporting of sales performance on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

Collaboration Across Teams

• Build strong partnerships with Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain, and other departments.
• Work together on pricing strategies, competitive assessments, product launches, and P&L alignment.

Strategic Initiatives and Process Improvements

• Lead and support special projects with a focus on enhancing tools, processes, and outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in sales planning in a CPG environment
• Strong understanding of syndicated data
• Ability to come in office on a hybrid schedule